Simon Shelton

Simon Shelton, also known asSimon Barnes, was an English actor.

Early life

Shelton was born in the Bethnal Green area of London on 13 January 1966.

Career

Shelton was best known for his children's television work, most notably as Dark Knight on Incredible Games from 1994 to 1995 and Tinky-Winky on Teletubbies from 1997 to 2001.

Personal life

Shelton was married to Emma Robbins. They had three children and lived in Ampthill, Bedfordshire. Shelton's niece is actress Emily Atack.

Death

Shelton had a history of alcoholism. On 17 January 2018, four days after his 52nd birthday, he was found dead in a well near the Port of Liverpool Building in Liverpool. His cause of death was hypothermia and he had a high concentration of alcohol in his system.

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